Sweet Dreams

[#1]

If you love chocolate like I do, here’s some sweet news: research shows that special plant compounds in dark chocolate called flavanols, may benefit heart health by improving blood vessel function and reducing tendency of blood clots. But before loading up on bonbons–even dark chocolate ones–remember that the benefits of eating chocolate must be weighed against the calories contributed to the diet.  In other words, a little is fine; too much isn’t.

Flavanols are found in cocoa solids and dark chocolate contains more cocoa solids than other types, such as milk chocolate. But you can’t rely on looks alone. Choose dark chocolate labeled as containing at least 70 percent cocoa, and that have cocoa, chocolate or cocoa liquor listed as the first ingredient.

One of my favorite Valentine treats–to give and to keep–are these chocolate clusters.

1 cup slivered almonds

½ cup dried cranberries or raisins

6 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped or 1 cup dark chocolate chips

Toss together almonds and cranberries/raisins; set aside. Place chocolate in microwave-safe bowl and heat a medium power for about 3 ½ minutes, stopping halfway through to stir.  Remove chocolate from microwave and mix in cranberries/raisins and almonds. Working quickly, use a tablespoon to scoop up mix and another spoon to push it off onto a wax paper-lined cookie sheet. Place clusters in refrigerator to set for 15 minutes, then serve and store at room temperature.

[#2]

Demonstrate!

Our Safeway Deli counter (in El Dorado Hills) tells us corporate has decided to DISCONTINUE their turkey pot roast! Anyone who has enjoyed this pot roast would agree that this is the BEST thing in the Safeway deli! At our store, you have to get there early when it's available (which is only once or twice a month). It sells out fast!

Safeway should realize they have a winner here, and instead of removing it make it MORE available. What are they thinking! We need to protest this. If you agree, please help us put pressure on Safeway to reverse this bad decision.

[#3]

We appreciate you bringing this to our attention Keith. We have submitted an official product request on your behalf for the Turkey Pot Roast. We are always looking for feedback from our customers.

[#4]

Where is all of the Turkey Pot Roast?

Why is this so hard to come by?

Was it seasonal?  Promotional? 

So sad.  It was so awesome to make sandwiches, stir-fry's, throw in soups, etc.

[#5]

We are still showing the Turkey Pot Roast as a valid item in our stores. Please email us at safewaysocialmedia@safeway.com with your store location so that we can further assist you. Thanks for your inquiry!

[#6]

I had Safeway's turkey pot roast for the first time over Christmas and was actually startled when I took the first bite.  I haven't tasted anything so good in years.  If it is really going to be discontinued, I can't even begin to tell you how upsetting that is.  And in fact, I haven't been able to find it in any of the 3 stores I usually frequent.  Please don't take this fantastic dish away.

[#7]

Hi Terri, we are still showing the Turkey Pot Roast as a valid item in our stores. Please email us at safewaysocialmedia@safeway.com with your store location so that we can further assist you. Thanks for your inquiry!

[#8]

I really like the turkey meatloaf, and the shepherds pie, I'm not fond of most hamburger, do you ever make the shepherds pie with ground turkey? I also have a few things I'm not happy with, like having to buy $75 now to use the $10.00 coupon which stayed the same amount, being a Sr. Citizen I don't buy all that much to begin with, I usually spent more than the $50 that was required before, but $75 is hard to reach even in this economy. So I don't shop as much at Safeway now, I used to do most of my shopping there. Plus your $5 Fridays are great, but, some of your cakes now are not the same as they were in the beginning, at least at my store, the frosting is like lard with sugar, not the yummy buttercream of the first few weeks. I can always tell when there has been a change in the ingredients of things I buy all the time, very sensitive taste buds, certain very expensive cookies I used to buy, not Safeway brand, has done something and they are not even good anymore, besides cutting package sizes etc., do they think we don't notice??? I decided to start shopping at Safeway again when you let the amount accumulate towards the cents off gas, but after the last two times, it is not accumulating. Did you change that? My first trip was approx $67 and the next trip was around $20 plus and it did not include the amount from the time before with the $20 order.  I know.....a lot of complaining, but I never had a place to vent before. LOL  I'm still planning on complaining at the store, but I haven't been back since my last visit and I don't get out that often anymore.

[#9]

Sitnbull4, can you email us at safewaysocialmedia@safeway.com with the store location you are referring to, plus your Club Card account information? We’d like to get these matters resolved and sent to the appropriate member of management for you.

[#10]

I love the turkey pot roast- but I cannot find it in my local Von's stores--- ever!!!!  I live in Manhattan Beach california. 

please help me find this wonderful treat. 

[#11]

Crystal, we’ve researched the availability of the Turkey Pot Roast on your behalf and found that the Turkey Pot Roast (hot and cold) products are both valid stocking items at your local Manhattan Beach Safeway store. We’d be happy to submit formal product requests for both items on your behalf

[#12]

I asked my local store deli manager and he said they have the item, but do not cook it often as it is not a big seller.  He suggested I call in and ask them to cook one an hour or so before I want to stop by.  It will be hot and ready, and saved for me!  This is the best news I have heard all day!  I love this store !!!

[#13]

Hi,

I purchased a cold turkey pot roast but it doesn not have any cooking directions, help!

[#14]

Hi, Carmy! We suggest you check out our ‘Recipes & Meals’ link or contact our Consumer Brands Department directly at 1-888-723-3929 for cooking instructions. Have a great day